Medical Technologist MT - Human Cellular Therapy Lab

Mayo Clinic • Jacksonville, FL

2d • $32 - $49

About The Position

Perform STAT and routine moderately and highly complex clinical laboratory testing on biological specimens using manual methods and automated analyzers. Report valid and accurate patient results in a timely manner. Interact with physicians, nurses, and other allied health individuals to coordinate testing, correlate results, and promote understanding of test availability. Participate in operational support activities necessary to maintain and optimize testing capabilities.

The role requires working knowledge of testing methods, instrumentation, and principles appropriate to the assigned work areas, based on departmental competency checklists. The position may involve patient contact, including work with immunosuppressed patients, as well as exposure to laboratory machinery, clinical instrumentation, chemical vapors, and infectious hazards. Scheduling may include rotating shifts, evenings, nights, holidays, on-call assignments, and weekends.

The position is not eligible for visa sponsorship. Mayo Clinic does not participate in the F-1 STEM OPT extension program.

Requirements

• Baccalaureate degree in Medical Technology, Medical/Clinical Laboratory Science, or a health-related field.
• Completion of a clinical laboratory training program is required.
• Applicants with a baccalaureate degree in Biology or Chemistry and completion of a clinical laboratory training program or clinical laboratory experience may be considered in an appropriate field of study.
• Successful completion of an accredited Medical Laboratory Technologist/Technician program.
• State of Florida Clinical Technologist license in chemistry, hematology, microbiology, serology, immunohematology, histocompatibility, or as specified by the laboratory.
• Ability to produce accurate results under time constraints, multitask, and work in a fast-paced and changing environment.
• Good communication skills and ability to work closely with others.
• Ability to accommodate scheduling adjustments, off shifts, holiday, on-call, and weekend work assignments.
• Working knowledge of methods, instrumentation, and principles of testing appropriate to assigned work areas, based on individual departmental competency checklists.
• Adequate use of both hands and ability to work with arms above shoulder level.
• Ability to distinguish color.
• Ability to work irregular hours, including rotating shifts, evenings, and nights.
• Ability to work around machinery with moving parts, barcode-scanner lasers, and clinical instrumentation.
• Ability to tolerate patient contact and work with immunosuppressed patients.
• Ability to tolerate occasional chemical vapors from formaldehyde, acids, bases, and alcohols.
• Ability to tolerate exposure to blood-borne pathogens, microbiology and fungal pathogens, and skin contact.
• Strong organizational skills and problem-solving capabilities.
• Experience performing accurate and detailed documentation to meet regulations and standards such as cGMP, cGTP, AABB, and FACT.

Nice To Haves

• At least two years of experience in a cellular therapy laboratory setting, blood bank, or clinical hematology setting.
• Experience with bone marrow and/or stem cell processing, blood banking, or cell culture.
• One year of experience appropriate to the assigned work area.
• Medical Technologist/Medical Laboratory certification from the American Society of Clinical Pathologists or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Perform STAT and routine moderately and highly complex clinical laboratory testing on biological specimens using manual methods and automated analyzers.
• Report valid and accurate patient results in a timely manner.
• Interact with physicians, nurses, and other allied health individuals to coordinate testing, correlate results, and promote understanding of test availability.
• Participate in operational support activities necessary to maintain and optimize testing capabilities.

Benefits

• Multiple medical plan options.
• Dental coverage through Delta Dental or a reimbursement account for flexible coverage.
• Vision plan with a national network.
• Health Savings Account and Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible expenses.
• Competitive retirement package.
• Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefit plans.
• Continuing education and advancement opportunities.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time